Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL With BrakeBuddy Supplemental Braking System

Updated 08/06/2020 | Published 11/14/2018

Products Featured in This Question

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(4612)

$609.00

Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs

(450)

$712.29

Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs

(751)

$954.80

Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables - 7,500 lbs - Qty 2

(404)

$70.32

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

(3183)

$179.84

Roadmaster Universal Magnetic Tow Lights with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector

(43)

$77.31

Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit

(622)

$60.78

12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps

(331)

$40.45

Question:

To flat tow your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL you will need to start with compatible base plates; because you have a Blue Ox tow bar and assuming you have the standard factory bumper the best option is the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1139 which will be compatible with Blue Ox tow bars Alpha # BX7380, Avail # BX7420 as well as Aventa, Aladdin, Adventurer, Ambassador, Acclaim, Allure, and Trion. If your Blue Ox tow bar does not have integrated safety cables you will need those and can use the Blue Ox # BX88196. For a wiring kit that will allow your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL lights to function while being towed you can use the Roadmaster 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. You will need to use Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751490 as well as the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332 to power a BrakeBuddy which plugs into your Jeep's 12V outlet. Finally, it is likely you will need a high-low adapter such as # BX88130 to keep your tow bar level with your tow vehicle. The adapter you need is going to depend on some measurements you'll need to take. I have added a link to a help article on high-low adapters which explains the measurements you'll need, as well as a link to our page with our selection of adapters. I have also added links to videos of installs of some of these parts on a 2018 Wrangler for you to take a look at.

asked by: Jorge M

Helpful Expert Reply:

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Jorge

11/14/2018

Kyle S.

11/14/2018

There are lights available for your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL that do not require splicing. Most of them are magnetic lights, so if your Jeep has a soft top the only option is the E-Z Mount Tow Light Kit # EZT20B because they have hinged flaps for mounting. The E-Z Mount simply plugs into your RV's 4-way. The only other options are magnetic, such as the Roadmaster Magnetic Tow Lights # RM-2120 which are magnetic and plug into either a 4-way or 7-way once you choose the appropriate adapter. Check out the video install guide of the # RM-2120. I've added links to video reviews of these parts for you to check out as well.

Lyn J.

7/29/2020

I'm purchasing a motorhome with an Air Force One brake system already installed. I will want to install the complementary system in a 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL (unlimited). Do you sell the necessary components without the hardware necessary for the coach itself? Thanks!

Jon G.

8/6/2020

If this is the standard aftermarket kit that we're talking about then you need the Demco SBS Second Vehicle Kit # SM99209 and the Air Jumper # SM99666. If your motorhome is a brand new one with the Spartan chassis and the Air Force one is coming installed on it as-is then you'll need to reach out to a Spartan dealer and ask for part 6294 which is only available from those dealers.

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